Holidays are a time for family gatherings, fun traditions, and the holiday spirit. Unfortunately, holidays can also be stressful for those caring for someone who has been diagnosed with dementia. Involving and caring for your loved one during the festivities can be overwhelming, and it can often lead to caregiver guilt. Fortunately, there are tips […]

Behavior “Sundowning” or Sundowners Syndrome, is a term used to describe a state of confusion and anxiety which typically occurs during the early morning, late afternoon, or early evening when daylight and darkness are transitioning. Individuals may show any variety of behaviors such as increased agitation, anxiety, confusion, and irritability. The cause of Sundowners Syndrome […]

Bill is one of the seniors who attends Aspen Senior Day Center each day of the week. He is frequently found playing pool with other seniors or members of the staff, and many describe him as a kind and easy going person. “Every day when his daughter drops him off at the Center he tells […]

Aspen Senior Day Center – Music Positively Affects Seniors Dealing with Dementia According to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, when used appropriately, music can: Alter mood Manage self-induced agitation Stimulate positive interactions Encourage cognitive function Coordinate motor movements Playing a client’s favorite music can aid in recall of personal memories, feelings, and emotions they experienced […]

Vascular Dementia is the second most commonly diagnosed form of dementia (after Alzheimer’s) and it’s estimated it accounts for up to 20% of dementia cases. According to Mayo Clinic, vascular dementia is described as brain damage from an impairment of blood flow to the brain resulting in problems with decision making, judgment, and other thought […]

Now that it’s summer and the heat is rising, we’ve been thinking about an important topic – keeping seniors hydrated! Dehydration among seniors is a serious health problem that is often overlooked until it becomes a medical emergency. Dehydration in the elderly can lead to:

Here are the important DOs Learn more about Dementia DO understand that there are various types of dementia and that dementia is an “umbrella” term used to cover many causes of brain failure such as: Alzheimer’s Disease, Vascular Dementia, Dementia with Lewy Bodies, and Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD), and others. DO learn about the various signs […]